Attended the press conference on the inaugural Mutiara Perak Awards 2012, at Kinta Riverfront Hotel & Suits, Ipoh. The presentation of these awards is by the Perak State Government, in conjunction with International Women's Day, which is celebrated worldwide on 8th March, annually. Nomination for the awards has closed; a total of 67 nominations were ... continue reading »

I dropped by St. John Ambulance Hall and Headquarters (opposite YMCA, Ipoh) a few days ago, to check out the charity food fair to raise funds for Precious Gift Home, a children's home in Ipoh. Frankly, I have not heard of this home prior to this charity fair. Heh... The fair started at 9am and was ... continue reading »

Chung Shan Kindergarten, Ipoh, located along Jalan Treacher Selatan, was a hive of activity one recent Sunday morning, as it was the kindergarten's annual sports day. The Chairman of the Board of Governors, Mr. Oon Peng Lam, and guest of honour, Perak MCA secretary Dato' Tan Chin Meng, made lengthy speeches in Mandarin, before the ... continue reading »

Ipoh Chinese Chinwoo Athletic Association organised a blood donation and recycling campaign one recent morning, for the 83rd time. According to a member of Ipoh Chin Woo, such a campaign is held three or four times a year. Through such drives, the blood bank at the Ipoh General Hospital could be replenished. At the same time, ... continue reading »

A children's colouring contest, sub-event at S.H.E. Expo 2012, was organised by World of Colours. This Ipoh-based children's art school is very active in encouraging kids to participate in such contests in a public venue, to train them to be focused and complete their piece of art within the stipulated time-frame. I covered a few events ... continue reading »

There was a preview of Miss Malaysia Kebaya 2012 at S.H.E. Expo 2012 yesterday afternoon. Seven lovely ladies took to the catwalk, first in exquisitely embroidered 'kebaya' dresses, then in elegant evening gowns, which had been sponsored by Bridal Collection as well as Only You Wedding Gallery. All ladies wore body-shaping foundation lingerie, sponsored by ... continue reading »

Like the Kickboxing Exercise by Fitness Embassy, this "Magic of Colours" Make-Up Show by Aery Jo Academy is yet another interesting sub-event. This is the second year that Aery Jo Academy students showcased their creativity at S.H.E. Expo. And of course, I have the photos for you! Yay! Anyway, this time, seven students from Aery Jo ... continue reading »